Sedation in Dentistry

It really works! You can now relax throughout your dental appointment.

Why have sedation?
If you feel that you have difficulty accepting dental treatment, this page outlines for you what sedation is and tries to answer some of your questions.

Now you can enjoy gentle, painless dentistry with a caring touch.

Commonly asked questions about dental sedation

Q: Will I fell any pain?
A: No you will feel nothing

Q: Will I be unconscious?
A: No, you will be in a deeply relaxed state, and you will be responsive to your dentists instructions and your reflexes will be normal.

Q: Will I be monitored?
A: Yes, one of our team is always with you and your vital signs are monitored during the entire visit. You are never alone.

Q: How long will I be sedated?
A: Depending on your treatment needs, this may vary from a few minutes to a couple of hours.

Q: Will I be safe?
A: Yes, this technique has been used safely and successfully for many years.

Who is a candidate for sedation dentistry?

People who have

dental phobia/anxiety/fear

previous history of traumatic dental experiences

difficulty getting numb

a bad gag reflex

very sensitive teeth

complex dental problems

limited time to complete dental care

People who

hate needles

hate the noises, smells and tastes associated with dental care

are afraid or embarrassed about their teeth

Sedation is designed to relax and make you feel more comfortable during your dental treatment. It is so relaxing that you are unlikely to remember the treatment, freeing you from any of the fear or worry you may have about dental treatment. the treatment is so popular that we have many patients who insist on having sedation for all their treatment.

All patients who undergo sedation need to follow some simple instructions before and after their treatment.